According to Yahoo Finance, Starbucks (NASDAQ: SBUX) stock has gained over 24% this year, while Dutch Bros (NYSE: BROS) has lost about 24%. Analyst Lawrence Rothman, CFA, recommends Dutch Bros as the better investment opportunity for September, despite both stocks having high price-to-earnings (P/E) ratios (Starbucks at 60, Dutch Bros at 66). Rothman highlights Dutch Bros' significant growth potential, particularly in the domestic market and its untapped international expansion, supported by a financially disciplined growth plan. Starbucks, while showing progress in its turnaround, has more limited expansion opportunities.